We help countries achieve high-performing health systems by measuring health outcomes and health system resource use as well as by analysing policies that improve access, efficiency and quality of health care.

We advise countries on how to meet future demand for health professionals and how to manage the supply of health workers, by reviewing policies related to education and training, continuous professional development, geographic distribution and immigration.

‌As health spending rises, there is pressure to ensure that resources help people live healthier lives. Most OECD countries have seen increased public interest in ensuring that patients receive care that is safe, effective, and responsive to their needs.

Qualitative information on health financing and coverage, health care provision, governance and resource allocation have been collected for the third time by the OECD in 2016. Online access to underlying data is provided through a user-friendly tool for the first time.

The OECD monitors and evaluates key aspects of universal health coverage, and assesses the future sustainability of universal health systems. OECD country experiences can also offer valuable lessons for other countries seeking to attain universal health coverage.

Pharmaceuticals have undoubtedly contributed to improvements in life expectancy and quality of life of many patients, but recent trends on increased spending and soaring launch prices of new medicines raise a number of concerns.

‌The OECD issues a wide array of publications based on a range of policy areas and statistics. See here for the full listing of our publications. We also have a range of in-depth health studies published as Health Working Papers.